How to get health insurance if you’ve lost Medicaid coverage

The nation’s health insurance system is undergoing tremendous upheaval as an estimated 8.2 million people will need to find new coverage since pandemic protections for Medicaid enrollees came to an end this spring.

That’s leaving many patients confused about how to get new medical insurance.

“It’s an overwhelming task,” said Taffy Morrison, who is working to connect Louisiana residents to new coverage through the nonprofit Southwest Louisiana Area Health Education Center. But Morrison reminds people: “Don’t panic. There is help.”

For many of those kicked off Medicaid, a state-federal health insurance program that covers people with low incomes and disabilities,

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RBC Insurance Travel Insurance Review [Year] – Forbes Advisors Canada

RBC Insurance Travel Insurance offers three packaged plans for traveling outside of Canada:

Deluxe Packages: This is the most comprehensive plan offered by RBC Insurance. It includes coverage for unforeseen medical emergencies, trip cancellation and interruption, flight and travel accidents, and baggage loss, damage and delay.

Emergency medical treatment includes:

  • Hospital accommodation in a semi-private room
  • Services of a legally licensed physician, surgeon, anaesthetist or nurse
  • Private duty nursing
  • Ground or air ambulance
  • Rent or purchase a hospital bed, wheelchair, brace, crutch or any other medical appliance
  • Diagnostic tests
  • Prescription drugs and medications
  • Paramedical services, such as care from a
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Best Health Insurance for Small Business Owners of 2023

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Travel Insurance for a France Vacation (2023)

It is not mandatory to have travel insurance coverage to visit France — unless you are traveling from a country that requires a Schengen visa. US citizens can enter France with a valid passport for up to 90 days, after which they must submit a visa application.

Although travel insurance is not required for American tourists, you may still choose to buy coverage. Travel insurance can reimburse you for prepaid, non-refundable costs (subject to conditions) in the event of unexpected trip cancellations or delays. Most policies also protect your belongings, including your luggage, against theft, loss and damage.

The US

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The Dangers of the EHR

Electronic Health Records can be an incredibly helpful tool. However, they are not without fault. A recent warning highlights that electronic health records (EHRs) are a top target of cybercriminals. They can also lead to inappropriate billing if they are not set up correctly.

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The Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center (HC3) issued a warning to healthcare entities regarding EHR vulnerabilities and protections.

Protected health information (PHI) continues to hold its …

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Health insurance coverage and postpartum health

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According to a recent study published in JAMA Network Openmore comprehensive health insurance increases the prevalence of postpartum visit attendance.

A significant increase in maternal morbidity and mortality has been observed in the United States. In 2020, the highest maternal mortality rate among industrialized countries was reported, at 23.8 per 100,000 live births.

Over 80% of pregnancy-related deaths have been estimated as preventable, and over 65% in the United States have been reported within 1 year after giving birth. Factors such as racism,

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Mercy Health announces potential split from major insurance company Anthem | News

PADUCAH — Finger pointing, confusion and conflicting answers were seen Wednesday between a large local medical provider and a health insurance company many of you use. Mercy Health, which operates Paducah’s Lourdes Hospital and several other west Kentucky medical facilities, announced the potential of a split with health insurance provider Anthem, now known as Elevance Health.

Mercy says currently, only patients with Anthem’s Managed Medicaid plan in Ohio could be impacted by negotiations. That contract ends at the end of the month. Mercy says all other patients with Anthem are not impacted right now, but may be soon. Mercy didn’t

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